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16 November 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

requests his recommendation for the post office in Meridan.

GLC09400.416

20 October 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John R. Lynch

This is a letter from Rosenbaum to Lynch asking Lynch to please write to Senator Bruce on his behalf for the position as Post Master in Meridian Mississippi, as the position is now vacant due to the death of the previous Post Master. This item is related to GLC09400.114

GLC09400.113

20 October 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

This letter is an introduction of Rosenbaum to Senator Bruce, asking the senator for the position of Post Master in Meridian. He makes note of his loyalty to the Republican, and his willingness to be of use to the party. This item is related to GLC09400.113

GLC09400.114

20 December 1879

Rosenbaum, C., fl. 1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Blanche Kelso Bruce

Rosenbaum is writing to ask once again for Senator Bruce's recommendation for a position in the Post office in Meridian Mississippi. This item is related to GLC 09400.113, and GLC09400.114. Which are both concerning the appointment of Rosenbaum to the Meridian Post Office.

GLC09400.119

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